In this edition:
  • STA Board Alternate Appointed
  • SR 37 Improvements
  • Dixon Improves Intersections
  • SCC Free Transit Extended
  • 2018 Legislative Platform Amended
  • Vacaville Mobility Summit 3/23
  • Emergency Ride Home Program
  • STA Staff Update
STATUS Newsletter
The STATUS Newsletter is published every month after the STA Board meeting to inform the public and our stakeholders of what’s happening in the transportation arena in Solano County. 

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UPCOMING MEETINGS/EVENTS:
Free Transit for SCC Students!

Solano Community College (SCC) students can ride SolanoExpress and three local transit system buses for FREE now through the end of March. STA is coordinating with three transit operators and SCC to offer reduced fares at a flat rate of $50 each semester. 

STA is working on a new phone app for students to purchase their bus pass. During this initial trial period, students can show their SCC Student ID and ride for FREE!! 
New STA Board Alternate Appointed

Vice Mayor Mitch Mashburn was sworn in at the February Board meeting. He represents the City of Vacaville on the STA Board in the absence of Mayor Len Augustine.
In Memoriam - Judy Leaks

Judy’s STA family is saddened by her passing on February 15, 2018. Judy retired at the end of November last year, and her warm heart, fun personality, brilliant sense of humor and contagious smile will be missed. See our complete tribute here.
SR 37 Improvements to Move Forward

The STA Board approved an agreement with MTC and Caltrans to advance work on Segment B from SR 37/121 to Mare island. The Project Initiation Document is a requirement to use State Transportation Improvement Program (STIP) funds to advance to the project delivery phase.
Dixon Intersections Improvements

The City of Dixon recently completed improvements to the intersections of Porter Road with Pitt School Road and Midway Road. Through collaboration between the STA, Solano County and the City of Dixon, this project was implemented for the benefit of many in the region.
2018 Legislative Platform Amended

The STA 2018 Legislative Platform was amended by the STA Board on February 14, 2018. The amendment adds an objective to support development of federal and state policies for the safe integration of autonomous vehicles on public roads. The Legislative Platform provides policy guidance on State and Federal transportation legislation and the STA’s legislative activities. View and download the Legislative Platform .
V acaville Mobility Summit Set for March 23

In partnership with the STA’s Solano Mobility Program, the City of Vacaville is hosting the Mobility Summit for Seniors and People with Disabilities on Friday, March 23rd from 10 am to 1 pm at the Ulatis Community Center, 1000 Ulatis Drive. STA wants to hear from Vacaville residents about their mobility needs. Free transit is provided by CityCoach, and complementary lunch will be provided by Pure Grain Bakery. 
Registration is REQUIRED . Call 800-535-6883 to register by March 12 th !!
Emergency Ride Home Program Modified

STA is adding transportation network companies (TNCs) such as Uber and Lyft as eligible options in addition to taxis and rental cars as part of the Solano Mobility Emergency Ride Home Program. This will provide program participants that take one of Solano and Napa counties’ transit options with another mobility option if they have an emergency and need to get home. 

This is particularly relevant in areas where taxi and rental car options are limited. The Solano Mobility Call Center can tell you how to register for the program and be prepared for an emergency! 800-535-6883
STA Staff Update

Robert Guerrero, STA Senior Projects Manager, was promoted in January to Director of Planning, replacing retired Director Bob Macaulay. Robert began his career at STA as a college intern and has remained at STA where he has worked in both the planning and projects departments. He manages a department of four that is responsible for planning, marketing and legislative advocacy.
 
Erika Dohina, STA part-time Senior Customer Service Representative, has been promoted to full-time. She is now the lead staff for the Solano Mobility Call Center located at the historic Suisun=Fairfield Amtrak Train Depot.
 
Melissa Rojas was promoted from part-time Customer Service Representative to part-time Senior Customer Service Representative. She will also work at the Solano Mobility Call Center.
2018 STA Board Members
  • Pete Sanchez, Chair, Mayor of Suisun City
  • Harry Price, Vice Chair, Mayor of Fairfield
  • Elizabeth Patterson, Mayor of Benicia
  • Thom Bogue, Mayor of Dixon
  • Ron Kott, Mayor of Rio Vista
  • Len Augustine, Mayor of Vacaville
  • Bob Sampayan, Mayor of Vallejo
  • Jim Spering, Solano County Supervisor
     
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